Childhood and Education Journey of Shah Rukh Khan in Timeline

How education and upbringing influenced the life of Shah Rukh Khan. A timeline of key moments.

Shah Rukh Khan, also known as SRK, is a highly successful Indian actor and film producer, often dubbed the "Baadshah of Bollywood" and "King Khan". He has starred in over 100 films, receiving numerous awards, including a National Film Award and 15 Filmfare Awards. Khan has also been honored with the Padma Shri by the Indian government and the Order of Arts and Letters and Legion of Honour by the French government. He enjoys a large global fanbase, particularly in Asia and among the Indian diaspora, and is recognized as one of the world's most successful film stars.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition Legacy & Impact

1946: Father Moved to Delhi

In 1946, Mir Taj Mohammed Khan, Shah Rukh Khan's father, moved to Delhi to study law at Delhi University.

1947: Partition of India Forced Father to Stay in Delhi

With the partition of India in 1947, Mir Taj Mohammed Khan was forced to stay in Delhi and did not return to Peshawar until many years later.

1959: Parents' Marriage

In 1959, Shah Rukh Khan's parents, Mir Taj Mohammed Khan and Lateef Fatima, were married.

1960: Birth of Shahnaz Lalarukh

In 1960, Shah Rukh Khan's older sister, Shahnaz Lalarukh, was born.

November 1965: Shah Rukh Khan's Birth

On November 2, 1965, Shah Rukh Khan, also known as SRK, was born as Shahrukh Khan. He is an Indian actor and film producer celebrated for his work in Hindi cinema.

1981: Death of Father

In 1981, Khan's father died of cancer.

1985: Enrolled at Hansraj College

In 1985, Khan enrolled at University of Delhi’s Hansraj College (1985–88) to earn his bachelor's degree in economics, but spent much of his time at Delhi's Theatre Action Group (TAG).

April 1991: Decision to Act in Films

In April 1991, Khan decided to act in films as a way to escape the grief of his mother's death and moved to Mumbai.

October 1991: Marriage to Gauri Chibber

In October 1991, Shah Rukh Khan married Gauri Chibber in a traditional Hindu wedding ceremony after a six-year courtship.

1991: Death of Mother

In 1991, Khan's mother died from complications of diabetes.

1997: Birth of son Aryan

In 1997, Shah Rukh Khan and Gauri Chibber had their first child, a son named Aryan.

2000: Birth of daughter Suhana

In 2000, Shah Rukh Khan and Gauri Chibber had their second child, a daughter named Suhana.

December 2001: Spinal Injury During Shakti: The Power

In December 2001, Shah Rukh Khan suffered a spinal injury while performing an action sequence for 'Shakti: The Power'. He was diagnosed with a prolapsed disc and sought various therapies.

June 2003: Resuming Shooting After Surgery

In June 2003, Shah Rukh Khan resumed shooting after undergoing anterior cervical discectomy and fusion surgery at Wellington Hospital in London.

2003: Dissolution of Dreamz Unlimited

In 2003, the partnership Dreamz Unlimited was dissolved and Shah Rukh Khan and Gauri restructured the company as Red Chillies Entertainment.

December 2008: Shoulder Injury During Filming

In December 2008, Shah Rukh Khan suffered a shoulder injury while filming a small role in 'Dulha Mil Gaya'.

February 2009: Arthroscopic Surgery

In February 2009, Shah Rukh Khan underwent arthroscopic surgery to address a shoulder injury sustained in December 2008.

2009: Honorary Doctorate from The University of Bedfordshire

In 2009, Shah Rukh Khan received an honorary doctorate from The University of Bedfordshire.

2010: Family in Peshawar

As of 2010, Khan's paternal family was still living in the Shah Wali Qataal area of Peshawar's Qissa Khwani Bazaar.

December 2013: Khan Reflects on Filming Swades

In December 2013, The Times of India reported that Shah Rukh Khan found filming 'Swades' to be such an emotionally overwhelming and life-changing experience that he had still not viewed the film.

2013: Birth of son AbRam

In 2013, Shah Rukh Khan and Gauri Chibber became parents to their third child, AbRam, who was born through surrogacy.

2015: Honorary Degree from the University of Edinburgh

In 2015, Shah Rukh Khan received a privileged degree from the University of Edinburgh, Scotland.

2016: Honorary Doctorate from Maulana Azad National Urdu University

In 2016, Shah Rukh Khan received an honorary doctorate from Maulana Azad National Urdu University.

2018: Suhana Khan as assistant director for 'Zero'

In 2018, Suhana Khan served as assistant director for Shah Rukh Khan's film 'Zero'.

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November 2019: Suhana Khan's acting debut in 'The Grey Part of Blue'

In November 2019, Suhana Khan made her acting debut in a short film titled 'The Grey Part of Blue'.

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2019: Honorary Doctorates from The University of Law and La Trobe University

In 2019, Shah Rukh Khan received honorary doctorates from The University of Law and La Trobe University.

April 2020: COVID-19 Relief Initiatives

In April 2020, Shah Rukh Khan announced a series of initiatives to help the government of India and various state governments mitigate the COVID-19 pandemic. He also provided relief measures for underprivileged people and daily wage labourers affected by the lockdown, and offered his personal office as a quarantine center.

May 2025: Attending the Met Gala

On 5 May 2025, Khan attended the Met Gala in Manhattan, becoming the first Bollywood male actor to do so and making his debut appearance. His outfit was designed by fashion designer Sabyasachi Mukherjee.